Ishani Dasgupta
Mississauga,ON
Summary
Dynamic environmental professional with a decade of experience, specializing in ESG frameworks and project management. Proven track record in data analysis and critical thinking, successfully leading initiatives that enhance sustainability practices across diverse teams.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Team Lead, Environment
Liberty Utilities
01.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with Office of Sustainability to create and deploy ESG data templates, enhancing data accessibility for reporting.
- Worked with KPMG on environmental audits on water, waste, biodiversity, and greenhouse gas activities across 200+ facilities in North America, Chile, and Bermuda.
- Managed multiple projects focused on ESG frameworks, including GRI, TCFD, SASB, and GRESB.
- Coordinated project timelines and facilitated cross-functional team meetings.
- Organized meeting materials, compliance reports, disclosures, and environmental certifications, streamlining document management processes.
Researcher
Fish Bowl Laboratory
09.2023 - 08.2024
- Researched environmental legislation and assessed its impact on stakeholders in Canada.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis for experimental studies.
- Summarized research findings and methodologies in comprehensive reports.
- Identified gaps in resource allocation for communities within Ontario's multi-level governance systems.
- Created adaptive sustainability protocols for utilities and water servicing systems to enhance compliance and efficiency.
- Utilized software such as Excel, NVivo, and Atlas to analyze qualitative and quantitative data.
Consultant
World Wildlife Fund
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Collaborated with clients to create targeted action plans addressing specific challenges and objectives, driving alignment on strategic initiatives.
- Developed strategic plans for conservation projects aligned with organizational goals.
- Collaborated with teams to assess environmental impacts and recommend solutions.
- Conducted research on wildlife conservation practices and presented findings to stakeholders.
- Facilitated training sessions on ethical stakeholder engagement in environmental contexts, emphasizing practical applications of equity, diversity, and inclusivity (EDI) concepts to enhance stakeholder relationships.
Operations Lead
Water Cycles Initiative
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Managed digital platforms including Instagram, X, and TikTok, increasing brand visibility and engagement.
- Established communication framework to engage clients, stakeholders, and public, ensuring alignment during campaigns.
- Cultivated relationships with stakeholders to gather feedback and improve campaign effectiveness.
Biodiversity Research Assistant
University of Waterloo
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Oversaw multiple environmental projects assessing carbon footprint, avian species absence, and urban invasive organisms to inform conservation strategies.
- Created geographic maps of Greater Waterloo Region using GIS to visualize regional biodiversity data for enhanced research accessibility.
- Conducted literature reviews to synthesize relevant research findings and support faculty in advancing biodiversity studies.
- Maintained organized research databases and documentation practices.
Sustainability Analyst
Liberty Utilities
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Rolled out ESG software to monitor and offset greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to net-zero strategy.
- Evaluated land use procedures to advance development of renewable energy projects, ensuring compliance and sustainability.
- Managed communications with multidisciplinary team regarding sustainability initiatives to enhance stakeholder engagement.
- Compiled data on environmental budgets and protocols for annual environmental reports.
Editorial Coordinator
Alternatives Journal
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Conducted interviews with experts on Canadian solutions for environmental crises, supporting alignment with UN Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs).
- Led team projects on online and written content addressing environmental and social issues in Canada.
- Developed support materials and reports for executive team, increasing engagement with publications like AJ sustainability magazine.
- Managed budget for not-for-profit initiatives, funding projects like green reporting protocols.
Biologist
Natural Resources Solutions Incorporated
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Coordinated environmental data collection and organization across multiple teams to support project objectives.
- Developed climate change resilient protocols aligned with environmental management systems for stakeholders.
- Ensured compliance with federal policies, including Environmental Act and Impact Assessment Act, in all new project developments.
- Analyzed ecological data using statistical software for project evaluations.
- Collaborated with team members to design and implement comprehensive environmental assessments, enhancing project compliance and decision-making.
Education
Master of Environmental Studies (MES) - Social And Ecological Sustanability
University of Waterloo
Waterloo, ON08-2024
Honours in Bachelor of Environmental Studies - Environment, Resources, And Sustainability
University of Waterloo
Waterloo, ON08-2023
Diplomas in Ecological Restoration And Environmental Assessment -
University of Waterloo
Waterloo, ON08.2023
Skills
- Project management expertise
- Decade-long environmental experience
- ESG specialization
- Project management expertise
- Data analysis and organization
- Microsoft Office Software Proficiency
- Critical thinking skills
- Detail orientation
- Oral and written communication
- Interpersonal abilities
- Innovation and proactivity
- Fluent in English, French, Hindi, and Bengali
Certification
Valid Driver's License, Class 5
Significant Positions
- President, ERS Student Association (ERSSA), University of Waterloo
- Panelist, Carolinian Canada
Timeline
Team Lead, Environment
Liberty Utilities
01.2025 - Current
Researcher
Fish Bowl Laboratory
09.2023 - 08.2024
Consultant
World Wildlife Fund
09.2023 - 12.2023
Operations Lead
Water Cycles Initiative
01.2023 - 08.2023
Biodiversity Research Assistant
University of Waterloo
05.2022 - 08.2022
Sustainability Analyst
Liberty Utilities
01.2022 - 05.2022
Editorial Coordinator
Alternatives Journal
05.2021 - 08.2021
Biologist
Natural Resources Solutions Incorporated
09.2020 - 12.2020
Master of Environmental Studies (MES) - Social And Ecological Sustanability
University of Waterloo
Honours in Bachelor of Environmental Studies - Environment, Resources, And Sustainability
University of Waterloo
Diplomas in Ecological Restoration And Environmental Assessment -
University of Waterloo